Definitions

formality

[fawr-mal-i-tee] / fɔrˈmæl ɪ ti /

NOUN

convention, custom

Synonyms

STRONGEST

procedure red tape rite ritual

STRONG

academism ceremony conventionality form gesture liturgy rubric rule service solemnity stereotype tradition

WEAK

convenance matter of form officialism rituality solemnness

Antonyms

WEAK

informality

NOUN

etiquette, protocol

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decorum

STRONG

ceremoniousness conventionalism correctness formalism honors mummery politesse propriety punctiliousness

WEAK

p's and q's

Antonyms

STRONG

impropriety unsuitableness wrong

WEAK

informality

Example Sentences

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When asked if Hojlund's permanent Napoli transfer was just a "formality," Manna replied: "As of today, I think so."

From BBC

“Maybe the Russians, to jerk the U.S. around, are waiving all the formalities,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

They are rock bottom and 29 points from safety, with relegation to League One looking a formality.

From BBC

He will be released once formalities have been completed due to the length of time he has already spent on remand.

From BBC

Captain Romero handed the ball to Simons, who completed the formalities.

From BBC